Parenting...Again?!! Summer Reading Challenge Bookmark Download

Stacy Sanchez
May 22
3 min read

Encourage your grandchildren's love of reading with these beautiful, printable bookmarks designed especially for young readers!

As grandparents, we know how precious it is to watch our grandchildren discover the magic of books. Whether you're caring for a curious preschooler or a thoughtful teenager, reading opens up worlds of imagination, learning, and faith. That's why we've created these special Summer Reading Challenge bookmarks – completely free for you to download and use!

What Makes These Bookmarks Special?

📚 Five Age-Appropriate Designs

We've created bookmarks tailored to each developmental stage:

Preschool+ (3-5 years)
Kindergarten to 5+ (5-8 years)
Elementary Ages (6-8 years)
Middle Grade (9-12 years)
Teen (13+ years)

How to Download and Use These Bookmarks

Step 1: Download

Click the download link below to access the printable bookmark file. The file will open in your web browser.

Step 2: Print

Paper recommendation: Use cardstock or heavy paper (110-120 GSM) for best results
Print settings: Select "Actual Size" or "100% scale" to maintain proper bookmark dimensions
Color: These are designed for color printing, but they also work well in black and white

Step 3: Cut and Prepare

Cut along the border lines of each bookmark
Each bookmark measures 2.5" x 7" – perfect bookmark size!
Pro tip: Laminate the bookmarks for extra durability, especially if you have little ones who might be harder on their books

Step 4: Personalize (Optional)

Add your grandchild's name with a permanent marker
Let them decorate the back with stickers or drawings
Consider hole-punching the top and adding a ribbon tassel

Perfect for Summer Reading Programs

These bookmarks align beautifully with:

Library summer reading challenges
Church vacation Bible school programs
Homeschool reading goals
Family reading time at home

The variety of age groups means you can use them for multiple grandchildren, and the progress tracking features help kids stay motivated throughout longer reading challenges.

Ideas for Using the Bookmarks

For Younger Grandchildren (Preschool-Elementary):

Use the counting features to track books read together
Celebrate each milestone with a special treat or outing
Create a "reading corner" where they keep their bookmark and current book

For Older Grandchildren (Middle Grade-Teen):

Set reading goals together at the start of summer
Discuss the books they're reading and the progress they're making
Use the bookmark as a conversation starter about their favorite genres and authors

For All Ages:

Make bookmark creation a special grandparent-grandchild activity
Use matching bookmarks when you read together
Create a family reading challenge where everyone participates

Building Lifelong Readers

Research shows that children who read regularly during summer months maintain and improve their reading skills, while those who don't often experience learning loss. As grandparents, we have a unique opportunity to instill a love of reading that will benefit our grandchildren throughout their lives.

These bookmarks are more than just pretty accessories – they're tools that help children see reading as an adventure worth tracking and celebrating. The Christian messages woven throughout remind them that learning and growing are part of God's wonderful plan for their lives.

Download Your Free Bookmarks Today!

Ready to get started? These bookmarks are our gift to you and the precious grandchildren in your care. We hope they spark joy, curiosity, and a deeper love of reading in your family.